Applications Engineer

Powell Career Site•Houston, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

A Senior Applications Engineer is responsible for assessing the costs and resources required for a project or service. They analyze project specifications, review drawings and data sheets, and collaborate with various stakeholders to determine material, labor, and equipment needs. Estimators also research market prices, obtain quotes from suppliers and subcontractors, and prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals. Their role is crucial in ensuring accurate budgeting and pricing for projects in construction, manufacturing, engineering, and other industries. This will be a hybrid/remote position.

Requirements

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
4+ years of experience in electrical equipment estimating, or related field.
Build and maintain a working knowledge of electrical theory and applicable industry standards including IEEE/ANSI, NEC, IBC and NFPA.
Applied knowledge of low & medium voltage distribution equipment ratings and design such as LV/MV Switchgear, Motor Control Centers, and Breakers.
Applied knowledge of DC systems, UPS systems, HVAC and pressurization
Applied knowledge of interconnect, conduit and cable schedules
Ability to read and interpret electrical specifications
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings to include single lines, three lines, schematics and wiring diagrams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Customer Oriented
Able to manage multiple priorities
Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans in order to meet deadlines
Problem Solving: Gathers and analyzes information using inquisitive mind, using strong logical, methodical and systematic skills
Work independently with little or no supervision
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

Independently review customer supplied specifications to assess feasibility of Powell manufacture or supply
Read and interpret electrical drawings to include single-lines, three-lines, elevations, control schematics, site plans and electrical enclosure layouts
Generate accurate proposals based on the review and interpretation of customer-supplied documentation
Recognize and effectively communicate application concerns prior to development of proposal
Translate conceptual customer designs into a meaningful proposal
Optimize the proposed solution to best benefit Powell and our customer
Write effective comments to help define Powell’s offering
Act as technical resource for Powell Sales
Assist Powell Sales with internal and external technical discussions and solutions
Perform competitive evaluation of sub vendor proposals used to complete the overall Powell offering
Assess risk associated with sub-vendor offering
Interact with other Powell divisions to develop cross business solutions
Prepare detailed, accurate and cost competitive proposals - 90%
Participate in external customer facing activities – 10%